Care Managers
Since 2021
Uvonne Andoh, MS
Assistant Director of WellSenior Program
Uvonne Andoh, MS, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Management of Aging Services from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). While at UMBC she did extensive research as a McNair Scholar, where she partnered with the Information Systems department to design assistive technologies for older adults. She also received her Master of Science degree in Gerontology from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). As her passion for working with older adults grew and she determined that this was the career path she wanted to pursue, she was offered an internship position at AARP, while still at VCU, working on the GeroTrifecta/Age Wave initiative in the Greater Richmond area. She is the Assistant Director of our WellSenior Program. In her spare time, she loves to travel and cook.
Since 2014
Bree Baldwin, MS
WellSenior Director
Bree Baldwin, MS, earned her BA from Colorado State University. After living abroad, she received her Master’s degree in Gerontology from Oklahoma State University, returning to an interest in working with aging adults that began early in life. Bree has experience in dementia care, creating and administering social day groups for seniors with memory loss, environmental gerontology (aging-in-place), and caregiver support groups. Her work as a Memory Activity Specialist in a Continuing Care Retirement Community setting was commended by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities & Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC). Bree is our WellSenior Program Coordinator. In her spare time she enjoys reading, walking, singing and travel.
Since 2013
Teresa Boring, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, C-ASWCM
Director of Care Management
Principal
Teresa Boring, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, C-ASWCM, earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Aging through the “Internships in Aging Program” from the State University of New York (SUNY) Albany. The Internships in Aging Project, which is part of the national Hartford Partnership Program for Aging Education, allowed her to participate in internships, seminars, and coursework pertaining to the aging population and people with disabilities. Before starting with Aging Well Eldercare, she worked as a caregiver for aging adults, an instructor for children with disabilities, and ran support groups for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. As a part of the Aging Well Eldercare team, she has provided integral support to clients with complex aging-related illnesses, mental health challenges, intellectual and acquired disabilities, and complicated family dynamics, among others. Teresa has played pivotal roles at Aging Well Eldercare including client care, staff supervision, helping create the Debbie’s Angels Concierge Companion program in 2013, and more. In her free time she enjoys a good TV show, movies, anything Taylor Swift, and spending time with friends, family, and her cats Duke and Lila.
Since 2026
Alex Brodt, LCSW-C, CDP, ADC
Alex Brodt, LCSW-C, CDP, ADC, graduated with a Bachelor’s of Social Work from Eastern Mennonite University and a Master’s of Social Work from Morgan State University. Alex has a passion for working in the field of geriatrics and started doing so at the age of 14, through volunteer work. In addition to licensure as a social worker, Alex also holds a certificate in therapeutic recreation from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee and is an Activity Director Certified (ADC) with the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals. He believes that engagement in enriching, therapeutic recreational activities promotes healing and positive mental health. In his free time, Alex enjoys trivia, traveling and socializing with family and friends. He is also the proud owner of “Coco,” a male Havanese and Certified Therapy Dog. Coco is also registered with the American Kennel Club as a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and is an avid Ravens fan (like Alex) and enjoys joining Alex on visits on occasion!
Since 2021
Erica Hanson, RN, BSN, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, CCM, CDP
Erica Hanson, RN, BSN, LCSW-C, LICSW, CCM, CDP, received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work from Syracuse University, School of Social Work. After graduation she studied at the Universidad Complutense in Madrid where she received a Diploma in Spanish Studies. She then received her Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago, School of Social Service Administration.
Erica enjoyed a twenty-five year career as a social worker working primarily in medical settings such as hospitals, clinics, home care and hospice. She completed many training programs at the Washington School of Psychiatry and the Washington Center for Psychoanalysis, which informed her treatment of adults and couples in her private practice.
After caring for her elderly mother, Erica was inspired to pursue a career in nursing. She graduated from George Washington University School of Nursing and has worked in Behavioral Health and Case Management. She is a Certified Case Manager by the Commission for Case Management Certification and is fluent in Spanish. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, spending time on the beach in Rhode Island with her family and friends, watching movies and reading.
Since 2024
Myala Holmes, LPN, CDP
Myala Holmes, LPN, CDP, received her nursing certification from Cuyahoga Community College. She began her nursing career as a med-surg nurse for the Cleveland Clinic. Early in her career, she saw the need for compassionate care for our seniors. This led her to many fulfilling roles in assisted living, memory care, long-term care and subacute rehabilitation care. Prior to joining AWE, Myala enjoyed several years working as a clinical hospital liaison, helping both families and patients in their time of need navigate our complex healthcare system. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters, and their beloved dog.
Since 2026
Elena Isaacson, PT, DPT, NCS
Elena Isaacson, PT, DPT, NCS, earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Vermont. Prior to joining AWE, Elena worked in a hospital outpatient setting treating individuals with neurological conditions across adulthood, specializing in neurodegenerative diseases, with a particular special interest in movement disorders. She obtained her board certification as a Neurologic Clinical Specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association in 2020, and holds further specialty certifications for treatment of Parkinson’s Disease (LSVT-BIG and PWR!). She is passionate about collaborative health care team communication to improve the patient experience and using client-centered care to optimize quality of life through exercise. Outside of work, she enjoys quality time with her husband, goldendoodle, family, and friends. She also loves to travel, sing Broadway tunes, downhill ski, practice yoga, and stay active.
Since 2023
Glenna Lewis, RN, BS
Glenna Lewis, RN, BS, graduated from Shepherd College with a Bachelor of Science degree before embarking on a nine-year career as a flight attendant with Eastern Airlines. Her career trajectory took a new direction when she returned to Northern Virginia Community College, earning a Nursing degree, with honors, in 1996. Glenna’s journey in healthcare led her to serve as an Assistant Nurse Manager in a memory care unit before honing her focus in on psychiatric nursing. With experience spanning all age groups, from children to geriatric patients, she has held diverse roles in various settings, including hospital staff nurse, care manager, community ACT team nurse, and admissions RN supervisor. Glenna's personal connection to the challenges of aging emerged when her mother developed dementia, increasing her empathy and understanding of loss and grieving. Glenna finds joy in crafts, outdoor activities, and the company of her pets. She cherishes moments with her two grown children and four grandsons.
Since 2026
Meg McKenna, RN, BSN
Meg McKenna, RN, BSN, brings 40 years of nursing experience and an enduring commitment to clients and families navigating some of life's most challenging moments to the AWE team. A proud graduate of Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, Meg has built her career around the care of older adults, with deep expertise in geriatrics, hospice, and oncology. Her work is grounded in the belief that walking alongside clients and their families is a tremendous privilege — and she is continually grateful for what they teach her, even as she strives to offer them her very best care and compassion. Meg is delighted to be back with AWE, having worked with the team in its earlier days as Debra Levy Eldercare Associates. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Since 1993
Susy Elder Murphy, BA, CMC
Managing Director
Principal
Fellow of the Leadership Academy of the Aging Life Care Association®
Susy Elder Murphy, BA, CMC, joined Aging Well Eldercare (formerly Debra Levy Eldercare Associates) in 1993, and helped build the practice in her long-time role as Director of Care Management. She assumed day-to-day responsibilities for running the business in the summer of 2012 and full ownership of the practice on June 1, 2013.
Susy is a Certified Care Manager, accredited by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers. She is also a member of the Aging Life Care™ Association and served as an at-large Board Member of their Mid-Atlantic Chapter from 2013 – 2015 and as President in 2016 and 2017. Currently, she serves as a member of the National Board of Directors of the Aging Life Care Association. She also served as co-chair for their regional conference in 2014. Susy is also a member of the American Geriatric Society and co-chair of programming for the metro Washington, DC chapter. She is an active member of the boards of various organizations serving the needs of local seniors, including a hospice.
Susy’s first job working with older adults was as the Nutrition Director for a federally funded nutrition program in Hailey, Idaho. She was also the founding coordinator of JCA’s Connect-A-Ride program and a volunteer coordinator for the Family Friends program.
She attended Oberlin College and graduated with Honors from the University of Michigan. In addition to working with our clients, she enjoys baking for her family and exploring different cuisines and cultures with her husband and two adult children and their spouses. She also enjoys spending time each week with her granddaughter and grandson!
Since 2003
Kim Picca, RN, BSN, CMC, CDP
Director of Nursing
Principal
Kimberly Picca, RN, BSN, CMC, CDP, graduated Summa Cum Laude from University of Maryland School of Nursing. While earning her first bachelor’s degree in horticultural therapy from Texas A&M, she discovered how much she enjoyed older adults. Having initiated a garden club at a local retirement community, she realized that she and her fellow students gained more from the intergenerational project than the residents themselves. Kim worked with adults with developmental disabilities, and as a hospital Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and admissions nurse prior to joining Aging Well Eldercare in 2002. Kim enjoyed employing a holistic approach to her client’s needs as a nurse care manager and moved into a leadership role as Director of Nursing in the Spring of 2013. Kim became a Care Manager Certified via examination certification from the National Academy of Certified Care Managers in the Fall of 2024. One of the most rewarding aspects of her role is “working closely with our care managers to provide our clients with comprehensive, individualized approaches to promoting their health and well being.” In addition, Kim enjoys speaking with families as part of our intake process and learning the nuances of each person’s situation to best match them with one of our care managers. Kim has two teenaged sons and a very cute rescue chihuahua that keeps her moving. She also loves traveling, hiking, reading, listening to music, exercising and eating well.
Since 2026
Idman Said, LBSW
Idman Said, LBSW, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a minor in Sociology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She has a passion for working with older adults and supporting families through life’s transitions. Prior to joining Aging Well Eldercare, she worked in Therapeutic Foster Care, providing case management support and collaborating with clients and community providers to ensure that each individual received the services and resources they needed. She’s excited about the opportunity to use her social worker skills with seniors. Idman believes in treating every client with compassion, respect, and dignity, while helping them maintain their independence. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and journaling.
Since 2024
Carol Sardinha, OTR/L, MOT, BA, CDP
Carol Sardinha, OTR/L, MOT, BA, CDP, earned her BA from Georgetown University (cum laude) prior to embarking on a 25+ year career in healthcare journalism, communications, medical writing, and marketing. Her awareness of the many challenges associated with aging/chronic disease and her personal experience with her parents’ health issues motivated Carol to make a major career pivot. Carol earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy (MOT) from Trinity Washington University in May 2022, shortly after which she passed her board exams from the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and obtained her Maryand OT state license. Prior to joining AWE, Carol worked for Fox Rehabilitation, where she provided in-home, mobile outpatient occupational therapy services. Carol lives with her husband in Rockville, Maryland. In her spare time, she enjoys travel, music (including Brazilian drumming!), reading, cooking, gardening, baseball, and spending quality time with friends.
Since 2019
Robin Udell, MSW, LCSW-C
Robin Udell, MSW, LCSW-C, has been working with older adults since the beginning of her career. She has a bachelor's degree (from the University of New Hampshire) and master's degree (from the University of Michigan) in social work, and has worked in home care, skilled nursing, sub acute rehab, assisted living, and independent living. In her spare time she enjoys creative hobbies, good books, bad movies, and spending time with her family and many pets.
Since 2014
Amy Ullman, MSW, LCSW-C
Amy Ullman, MSW, LCSW-C, received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Temple University in 1996 and has practiced social work for thirty years. Amy has worked primarily in the field of home health services, both with Homecall, Inc. and Medstar Visiting Nurse Association (formerly Montgomery General Community Health). Most recently, she worked for U.S. Renal Care, providing social work services to patients receiving dialysis. Additionally, she has experience working in rehabilitation and long-term care facilities, where she performed discharge planning and social services to long-term care residents. In her spare time, Amy loves spending time with her family, scrapbooking and reading.
Key to Staff Credentials
- BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- C-ASWCM – Advanced Social Work Case Manager
- CCM - Certified Case Manager
- CDP – Certified Dementia Practitioner
- CMC – Care Manager Certified
- DPT - Doctorate Physical Therapy
- JD – Juris Doctor
- LCSW-C – Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (in MD)
- LICSW – Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (in DC)
- LISW – Licensed Independent Social Worker (in DC)
- LMSW – Licensed Master Social Worker
- LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse
- MOT – Master of Occupational Therapy
- MPH – Masters of Public Health
- MS – Masters of Science
- MSN – Masters of Science in Nursing
- MSW – Masters of Social Work
- NCS – Neurologic Clinical Specialist
- NHA – Nursing Home Administrator
- OTR/L – Occupational Therapist, Registered and Licensed
- PHR - Professional in Human Resources
- PT - Physical Therapist
- RN – Registered Nurse
- SHRM-CP - Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional